Fire Protection Risk Assessment
Fire services, sprinkler systems, fire door installation, and detection
Fire Protection Risk Assessment
One document — covers fire protection for this product type.
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Fire protection installation involves working at heights to install sprinkler systems and detection equipment, working in confined ceiling spaces, and handling pressurised piping systems — all requiring documented SWMS under WHS Regulations.
Our fire protection SWMS pack covers 8 activities including fire sprinkler installation, fire door fitting, smoke detection and alarm systems, fire hydrant and hose reel installation, fire damper installation, and passive fire protection (fire stopping). Documents address hazards such as falls from height, working in confined ceiling spaces, pressurised pipe testing, electrical work for detection systems, and hot work for pipe joining.
Key Hazards Covered
- Falls from height during sprinkler installation
- Working in confined ceiling and riser spaces
- Pressurised pipe testing and burst risk
- Electrical hazards during detection system wiring
- Hot work for copper and steel pipe joining
- Manual handling of heavy pipe and fittings
Relevant Australian Standards
- AS 2118 Automatic fire sprinkler systems
- AS 1905 Fire-resistant doorsets
- AS 1670 Fire detection and alarm systems
- AS 2419 Fire hydrant installations
Individual Documents — $33.95 each
Fire Protection Risk Assessment — Common Questions
What is the difference between a risk assessment and a SWMS?
A risk assessment provides a broad overview of all hazards for a scope of work at a site. A SWMS is task-specific and legally required for high-risk construction work. Both are important but serve different purposes.
Do I need a risk assessment if I have a SWMS?
Yes. A SWMS covers specific high-risk tasks. A site-specific risk assessment covers all hazards at the site, including those not classified as high-risk construction work.
What risk matrix do your assessments use?
Our risk assessments use a 5×5 likelihood-consequence matrix, providing initial risk ratings before controls and residual ratings after controls are applied.
Last updated: March 2026